Christopher Hitchens (1949-2011)
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- Опубліковано 19 сер 2024
- Christopher Eric Hitchens was an English author and journalist whose books, essays, and journalistic career spanned more than four decades. He was a columnist and literary critic at The Atlantic, Vanity Fair, Slate, World Affairs, The Nation, Free Inquiry, and became a media fellow at the Hoover Institution in September 2008. He was a staple of talk shows and lecture circuits and in 2005 was voted the world's fifth top public intellectual in a Prospect/Foreign Policy poll. He was a champion for atheism, skepticism, science, history and common sense. He will be sorely missed.
When I let religion cloud my thoughts, I hated this man.. Now that I have have lifted myself from the fog, I see clearly just how brilliant this man was and admire him.
Amazingly intelligent.
Jack Chesnut Good for you Jack, conclusion was drawn well before Hitchens was discovered actually discussing it openly, he just confirmed what was already logically believed.
Sounds that you joined a another religion! "Lifted myself from the fog..." OMG
I know how it feels. My greatest regret in life is knowing that I once was a Christian - only now do I realize that the whole crux of the religion is hatred and lies, whilst it shrouds itself in love and kindness to draw people in. Well done for escaping, brother. You're not alone.
@@joybrereton7399 congrats :)
"Don't worry, Christopher. We'll take it from here".
Damn right.
Where is he now ? in his grave waiting the day of ressurection with a window into hells open inside that grave ...But we can judge by ourselves the day we will die.
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I don't think he's awaiting anything.
After that, I didn't understand much of the rest of your post, so.. cheers, mate.
Here's to Hitch!
So you're telling me you have no doubts !
sorry for bothering you then my bad.
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No. I'm not. Your bad.
I think you meant, "Thank you, Christopher. We'll take it from here."
That line. I know it's coming because I've watched this video so many times but as much as I prepare for it, it always chokes me up. That line....."Thank you Christopher, we'll take it from here" ......it gets me every time. Thanks for this wonderful tribute Seth. I miss Hitch.
I started exploring and seeking to understand my atheism after my husband died in March of 2011. I found Christopher Hitchens and his debates on UA-cam and the astounding intelligence and eloquence that was his style. He could rip someone a new asshole by weaving words together in a way that I had never seen before. I wrote to him when I found out that he had cancer, offering words , albeit not nearly as poised or displaying a fraction of the mastery that he had over the English language, of encouragement and also thanking him for helping me wrestle with my grief in the loss of my husband. I am overwhelmed with just how lucky I was to be alive during a time where I could meet my husband and spend the 11 years I did with him, and that I lived during the same time as Christopher Hitchens. Thank you for making such a wonderful tribute, it contains one of my favorite quotes of his about death, "It will happen to all of that at some point you'll be tapped on the shoulder and told, not just that the party is over, but slightly worse: the party's going on but you have to leave."
Seldom has been a person who has affected me like Christopher Hitchens as. Salute to you Mr. Hitchens.
What a man. Miss him.
So do I !
He may be physically gone, but part of him lives on through his work, and his books, speeches and debates will continue to inspire and motivate people for years to come. Thank you, Hitch!
I have read all this man's books. I firmly believe that he should be taught in all the schools. People would have been suppressed and shunned in years gone by. Thankfully we live in a more inspired aged but we still have long way to go. This man said it how it was. Even a former RC like myself totally agree with every word he says for organised religion. If you never read any book or do not read much I would recommend any of his works as a total eye opener.
Philip Mc Adam we need to teach critical thinking and the demise of religion comes with it
I come here often to get a quick shot of courage, to promptly sober up from that pesky feeling of laziness and conformity, or the overwhelming feeling of fighting a losing battle with ignorance and time itself. Since I can't thank Christopher, I Thank You Seth for putting this together. I appreciate all You did and continue to do.
I have not always been an atheist, but because of the greatness of the minds of men like Christopher Hitchens I evolved. And I am proud to say that atheists didn´t replace angels (which would probably label christias demons)(also mind the slight sarcasm, as something so obvious doesn´t really make you proud, its rather so that you are shocked upon realizing what a foolish person you once were to believe in such nonsensical ideas), but I was able to change the categories I think in and hold dear. Thank you Christopher!
I could listen to this man speak for hours! And I have! He changed my life! I agree that his words could help change the world and should be required reading in school. 👍🏼 Thank you, Mr. Hitchens!
Christopher was - and still is - one of the most gifted orators of the century; he forever changed my life (and many, many others) for the better!
from 3-14 onwards, are the most inspiring words I have ever had the pleasure of listening to.
His legacy will inspire MILLIONS.
Raise your glasses this evening in honor of this man. He was a beacon in the darkness for me. A light that illuminated the truth that allowed me to finally shuffle off the oppressive chains of religion and faith after 15 years of struggling with the fact that my faith contradicted my reason and my conscience. Thank you Christopher. And thank you to those who took up his mantle.
I am truly inspired by him. He is an idol of mine and true hero of the atheist community
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They need to make a movie based on his life,
But then all the conservatives would flip the hell out and riot.
His life was a movie.
@@alt8791preach.
wow someone who actually called religion out for hatred long before anyone had the guts to
There is not a single day for me without Hitchens. Whenever I relax, I read or listen to Hitchens, missed him a lot :)
No other person has had an impact on my life the way Christopher did. Letters to a Young Contrarian in particular is a stand out.
"Thank you, Christopher. We'll take it from here." almost made me cry
I like rewatching that video from time to time. Thank you.
I am so glad that Hitchens was arrive during the era of the internet and social media. His work, his voice, his inspiration and rationality will live on.
I absolutely love and respect a man that I have never and will never meet. This man's mind and thoughts changed my life. Christopher Hitchens, I thank you, sincerely.
His watch is ended. We shall never see his like again.
I don't know Captain... Check out Matt Dillahunty!
Umm...Dilluhunty doesn't come anywhere near Hitchens's superiority.
Perhaps not at the moment, but Dillahunty and Hitchens don't occupy the same realm of expertise. Hitchens arguments came from a place of history, knowledge, and experience. Dillahunty specializes in demolishing fallacious argumentation. Both are highly specialized in their fields and we need them both.
Absolutely brilliant and mesmerizing compilation.
One of the greatest thinkers, writers, debaters, orators of our time. Listening to Hitch is musical. Thanks for putting this together.
Thank you for making this tribute. I loved watching Christopher do his stuff. I loved reading his books. He was there for all of us.
"Scepticism, rather than credulity, is the highest principle that the human intellect can use to ennoble our existence" Lawrence Krauss in his tribute to Christopher Hitchens. What does religion offer us that is greater than that? The religious feared (and still fear) Hitchens because the you had no answer to that wonderful proposition.
I became an atheist about 3 years ago. Before that I never even heard of Christopher Hitchens. Now that I am an atheist, I wish I became one sooner. I would have liked to know more about him, back when he was with us. Very intelligent.
What a superb compilation from one of the greatest exponents of language that ever lived.
I can't believe he's been gone since 2011, I didn't discover him until 2013.
Love the ending, "Thank you Christopher, we'll take it from here".
Thankyou for this great tribute. I think this is one of the best I've seen. Sincere warm wishes to all Hitchens fans... we'll get there in the end!!
Hitch, you will be missed and your memory shall last forever
We are at a wonderful turning point in history when for the first time ever, being non religious, is a choice. For this freedom and progress we must thank among other people, the great and late Cristopher Hitchens, for being a brave and unstoppable voice of truth in a sea of lies and deceit. Thanks again, you are sorely missed and warmly remembered.
The world needs Hitchens now more than ever.
Still watching in 2021.
Such an amazing, intelligent character.
Thank you for the video.
"The valiant never taste of death but once." I simply miss Christopher Hitchens.
Such a great man, he's missed dearly.
Christopher was more instrumental than any other in my awakening and liberation into free thought and atheism. I could listen to him talking all day, He never wasted a sentence. Brilliant man, will always be grateful to him
Prolly my favorite compilation of his clips.
Thanks for posting. Wish I could have met him.
The ancient Greek philosopher Socrates challenged the assumptions of his world. He may have not always been right, but the true value of this views were in the argument itself. Having the debate, to him, was more important than being right. He sparked a revolution of reason that endures to this day.
Hitch loved argument, and like Socrates he questioned the long held assumptions of our world. Whether or not you agree with his point of view, the true value of his contribution is in the discussion, in having the argument and bringing reason to bear against superstition.
There is a quote by Socrates that I believe Hitch would endorse;
"I cannot teach anybody anything, I can only make them think."
Hitchens also has the benefit of truly sound logic. As it stands today in human history, in all likelihood he is correct in his arguments.
Five years on. I'll miss him always.
I have been through a really religious up bringing and it has always been forced onto me but once I started thinking for myself and putting things in perspective this man spoke sense to my soul. RIP Christopher Hitchens.
Hitchens truly was a great man. he taught me I shouldn't be ashamed of being an atheist. I've never met the man, but he means something dear to me and his words have made a large impact on my life and I'm sure on the lives of many others.
rest in peace Christopher.
I listen to him nearly every night on audio; In a way, I feel as though I have lost the guidance of a father with his passing. He gave courage to so many.
A truly great, honourable, funny, clever, brilliant man who preached more about love and compassion and understanding for his fellow human beings than the bible or Koran ever did.
One of the greatest humans of all time.
Mr. Hitchens, I know you will never be aware of my inadequate words, but I wish I could tell you how much, how very much, I appreciate the way that you used your talents and mind to enrich and better the lives of all of us.
I wish I had known of Mr Hitchens some years earlier. He was of a great mind that we simply don't have enough of these days.
Come back, Hitch, we need you.
+Nessie Ness "I've just come back from the grave to re-affirm my assertion that the mere idea of resurrection after death, as propagated by all major religions, is utterly ridiculous and that such a myth serves no purpose to society!"
Such a beautiful tribute to a brilliant human being.
Beautiful tribute, Seth. I struggled for years with trying to figure out what I believed and finally, in October, 2011, I came to the conclusion that I was an atheist. Hitch died two months later. My loss. But thankfully, his speeches and debates live on with UA-cam.
2022.
I still admire this man and he is badly missed.
Great and worthy tribute, thanks!
R.I.P Hitch we still miss you
I Offend Everyone Life after death is a fact.
one of the greatest intelectual's of our time. he gave a voice to millions who have been voiceless in our society. long live the hitchslap.
My third kid is named after him, he is the virtue of humanity, and i am proud that i lived in the same time as he did.
This man was inspirational on many different levels and I wish I got to meet him in person before he left...I am now 22 turning 23 and a athiest it took me years to be free from the fog and the delusional thoughts religion put in my mind and now i am starting to appreciate the work he has done.
Oldman pup it took me two years
We miss Christopher so much ♡♥♡
Christopher influenced my life greatly. Though I never got the chance to meet him, when he died it felt like I lost an old friend of mine.
A very blunt and to the point man. He definitely will be missed.
Thank you, Mr. Hitchens. You will be missed.
Oh, to have just one day with his intellect.
Great video! I still remember the 'shock' when I first heard him talk. Although an atheist I just had never heard someone speak so frankly about beliefs. An amazing moment. I wish I could relive it.
One of the greatest evolved minds to have lived...who fortunately shared his wisdom..I'm happy I'm one of the many who shared his thoughts and ideas.
Such a brilliant fearless man!
I miss Hitch
A legend. Hitch is gone, but will never be forgotten.
Ànother great video, this man is badly missed. I'm glad i haven't read all of his books yet so I still have a lot more Hitch to come. Keep up the good work Seth!
Wow, where are all the Christians? Obviously they havent been watching Hitch due to the lack of pro deity comments.
I'm a Christian, I'll leave you a comment. You must be really proud of Hitch, huh. Well, since Hitch can't speak to you now, I'll speak for him: Read the Word of God and obey it. Or else you'll suffer eternally just as I am right now. I should've taken it to heart when I read, "The fool has said in his heart 'there is no God.'"
It's not God's will for everyone to suffer eternally! What does 2 Peter 3:9 (in God's Word) say? "....for God does not wish that any man should perish, but that ALL should come to ETERNAL LIFE." You need to quit listening to atheists who merely claim to know what God thinks. If you would actually read the bible, you'd see that God is a JUST God.
Common sense? But how can you deny the accuracy, the prophecies, the history, and the fact that though the bible was penned by over 40 authors over almost 2,000 years, and there's not a single contradiction? And yes, God does have a problem with sin. So much so, that He sent His Son to die because we sinned, and because He loves us, so that we don't have to spend eternity in hell! How can God not be just when He gives all men the opportunity to do the right thing?
Look, you're claiming God is a sick, psychopathic being. And you're strictly basing it on your own belief. The all-wise God knows what He is doing. Since man was created, there has been constant rebellion against God. Why would it be wrong for God to just wipe us all out? Don't we deserve it? We are the ones who sin, not Him! But there's no need for anyone to die in Hell!!! He actually loves us enough to give us second chances, after second chances, after second chances. That doesn't sound psychopathic!
A sin is a transgression of God's will. God has told us everything we need to know in His Word about how to be right. He says that we need to repent of our sins (to be sorry about the wrongs we've done and to change), to confess Jesus is the Son of God before men, and to be baptized in water to have our sins washed away. Once we've done these things, we must remain faithful to Him. Sure, we'll slip up and sin from time to time (we are human after all), but 1 John tells us that as long as we're not willfully committing sin after sin after sin (as long as we're trying to be right), He will continue to forgive us. And yes, we do only deserve what God says, because after all, He did create us! What right does the creation have over the Creator?
Thank you Hitch, I think I can speak for all of us when I say this; you left an indelible mark on my life.
I am sad, to have never met this man. Cheers to you Mr. Hitchens.
"We'll take it from here." Okay, NOW you're gonna make me cry! That's exactly what he would want from us. Cheers!
I'm new to atheist scene, and though I didn't know Christopher Hitchens personally, his death qas like losing a close friend. I'm glad that he was willing speak up and willing to ask the hard questions when no one else would. I felt this video did a tremendous tribute to Hitchens foe a short clip and it touched me deeply. It was nice to derive some level of small comfort after watching your video. Thank you Seth. Keep up the good work.
we will make sure the party goes on without you, that the debate is not lost, and that your wisdom is not forgotten. thank you Christopher.
Wonderful tribute to a great thinker.
he may have died, but his words are gonna live forever through many generations...his presence will always be felt.
Thanks for posting this, I was bummed not to see it at the rally
Thank you Christopher Hitchens for all you have done. You will live on in all of your memories.
Listening to this man gives me strength.
I've got a 45 minute playlist on my channel that might interest you :)
+Morphing Reality
Thank you so much for this playlist.
My pleasure! I'm glad you like it.
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Gonna binge your videos this weekend
One of the greatest men of the 20th century! Thankyou Christopher I shall never forget you and all you tried to do!
An awesome tribute to an awesome man. Great job, Seth.
This is inspiring in the way that it exceeds the common atheist vs. theist debate.
Chances are that 90% of people that're here are fans of The Hitch and their faith or lack there of is solidified.
What Hitchens means to describe is that atheism can still be empowering and has its own novelty without deity. Not that we're necessarily better but being atheistic is something we can find a great amount of confidence and accomplishment from !
Thank you for this.... I miss his influence in the world.
Sorely missed, but never forgotten ❤❤❤
A fantastic tribute, a man who truly lived life to the fullest. His writings and speeches will live on to inspire generations.
Any male, gay or straight, who can understand the words spoken by Christopher Hitchens ought to fall in love with him. This man through his style, delivery, & through having right on his side deserves more love than the most beautiful & perfect sexual fantasy any man or woman can conjure. This man was brilliance on legs. He was courage, accuracy, & irony wrapped up in skin and bone. Heroes don't need heroes, & so he had none, although I needed him. The world needed him, as it still does.
Thank you Christopher Hitchens. You greatly admired and respected. RIP Christopher Hitchens.
One year now since he died...
It IS up to us to carry on the fight, as Tennyson said,
"To seek, to strive, to find, and never to yield."
If that doesn't describe the tenacity and determination of Hitchens and what such an intellectual represented, still represents to us today, I don't know what does.
what an amazing tribute - thank you.
Death cannot prevent Hitch from getting his message across. I just learned about him last month. I was a christian before that. That man truly liberated me by turning me into an atheist.
Christopher Hitchens was one of the greatest philosophers of our lifetimes
Awesome tribute. He was one of the great modern thinkers.
I feel awful that I didn't manage to discover this brilliant man until after his death.
Happy birthday, Hitch. And thanks TTA for this great video.
We will..
I discovered this virtuous of mind and speech to late...long after his death.
Although already an atheist, in a very non religious country, I looked around and saw the apologetic done in the name of religion and excuses done no secular organisations would have been granted.
And when I looked outside into world it was even worse...
Reason must prevail for the sake of my children..
Thank you Christopher Hitchens for waking up my sleeping mind.
This deserves 7 billion views.
Although I didn't find him til 2024, still love and appreciate the man
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I have no idea when I decided to become an atheist. Lucky to live in Canada, I don't think I've ever had to hide the fact. I was recently diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. While Christopher disliked those of us from Yorkshire, I am proud to share his views of whatever future any of us share. My trust - my "faith" is in the hands of the doctors and scientists rather than some magical cloud shaman. Now I think it is time to partay!!!
So this is what you can muster against a man who went unprotected to every danger spot in the world, every "axis of evil" nation. A man who courageously defended the helpless around the world with stinging, resounding, brilliant journalism, a man who went to the very moment of death believing completely in the beauty and brilliance of humanity. Your words define you precisely.
Wow. Moving. I too want to thak Chistopher Hitchens. You taught me more than any library could. Thankyou